Nonprofit launches interactive map encouraging holiday shoppers to buy from Lake Street businesses

A local nonprofit is encouraging people to shop local and support small businesses along Lake Street in Minneapolis this holiday season, especially those that are still working to rebuild following this summer’s civil unrest.  

3 Minneapolis lakes experiencing unusual fall blue-green algae blooms

The unusually warm weather this November has contributed to blue-green algae blooms on three Minneapolis lakes, according to the Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board. 

'I'm going to do whatever it takes': Minnesota restaurants brace for challenging month ahead

New restrictions announced by Gov. Walz prohibit indoor service at bars and restaurants in Minnesota, forcing businesses to rely entirely on takeout orders for the next four weeks.

Report: Gophers will be without 20 players against Purdue due to COVID, injuries

The University of Minnesota football team will be without its offensive line coach Friday night as the Gophers host Purdue at TCF Bank Stadium, team officials said.

Minneapolis restaurant workers brace for second round of restrictions

Employees of a downtown Minneapolis bar reacted to the Governor’s latest restrictions Thursday, which they say will be yet another blow to the business in a year of challenges.

Washburn graduates reflect on Batman-inspired student film

When it debuted in 1966, the country went crazy over the zany adventures of Batman, but the TV show also inspired a group of high school students in Minneapolis to make their own ode to the not-so-dark knight.

North Central University names first recipient of George Floyd Memorial Scholarship

Days after his death, North Central University hosted a memorial service for Floyd, where they vowed to launch a scholarship in Floyd’s name, promising to give opportunities to future African-American leaders.

Charges: Hennepin Co. probation officer conducted illegal research for New Year's Eve murder suspect

New charges filed in the murder of Minneapolis realtor Monique Baugh show that a Hennepin County Probation Officer involved in the plot used her position to research people for another accomplice.